1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Lada 2104
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 499 kg more than 1985 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Lada 2104 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Corvette | 2104 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |